Below Average
#4156 of 4,742 schools in NY
School of Performing Arts
Middle School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #12
977 FOX ST, Bronx, NY 10459
Enrollment
167
Student-Teacher
6.2:1
Score
4.1
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
167
Student-Teacher
6.2:1
Score
4.1
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#4,156 of 4,742
In Bronx
#370 of 452
public schools
In district
#38 of 46
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #12
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School of Performing Arts
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About School of Performing Arts
School of Performing Arts is a public middle school in Bronx, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #12. School of Performing Arts serves approximately 167 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 6.2:1 student-teacher ratio. School of Performing Arts has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.1 out of 10 and ranks #4,156 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for School of Performing Arts show 19% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 22% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 4.1 · Below Average
- District avg 4.7
- NY avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
At 167 students, School of Performing Arts is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
Test scores at School of Performing Arts sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
At 6.2:1 students to teachers, School of Performing Arts sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Score Breakdown
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School of Performing Arts — Students at School of Performing Arts score 15% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 36%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
95.8%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 34 test records from NY state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 6.5/10.
How School of Performing Arts Compares
See how School of Performing Arts performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
977 FOX ST, Bronx, NY 10459
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering School of Performing Arts may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. EMBLAZE ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL (rated 4.9/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, ACCION ACADEMY (rated 4.7/10), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Bronx, see our Bronx schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.4 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 10459 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$39,276
Median Home Value
$589,500
Median Rent
$1,285/mo
Population
49,753
College Educated
13.8%
Homeownership
11.8%
Avg Commute
41.3 min
Poverty Rate
33.5%
Median Age
33.7
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about School of Performing Arts
What grades does School of Performing Arts serve?
School of Performing Arts serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend School of Performing Arts?
School of Performing Arts has an enrollment of approximately 167 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at School of Performing Arts?
The student-teacher ratio at School of Performing Arts is 6.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does School of Performing Arts rank in NY?
School of Performing Arts ranks #4,156 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is School of Performing Arts's MySchoolScout rating?
School of Performing Arts has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at School of Performing Arts?
Based on loaded state assessment records, School of Performing Arts has 19% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 22% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is School of Performing Arts a charter school?
No, School of Performing Arts is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is School of Performing Arts a Title I school?
No, School of Performing Arts is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for School of Performing Arts?
95.8% of students at School of Performing Arts qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 167
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 6.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 27
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 95.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Bronx County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 75.4%
- Phone
- (718) 589-4844
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #12- District Enrollment
- 17,376
- Schools in District
- 47
- District Rank
- #38 of 46
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